It’s finally smores season! Time for sunshine, long days at the lake, and best of all, evenings around the campfire. Unfortunately, those harbingers of summer also signal that wildfire season is approaching . . . and with it, fire restrictions. Most of us are used to lawn watering restrictions, but fire restrictions might seem a […]
Fatal Accident at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
May 16, 2022 KANAB, Utah — A Utah teenager is dead following an incident at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park Saturday afternoon. On May 14, just after 5:30 p.m., park rangers were alerted to an ongoing incident just outside the campground area. A teenager, 13-year-old Ian Spendlove of Santa Clara, Utah, had become trapped […]
New Camping Fees Coming to Utahraptor State Park
May 6, 2022 MOAB, Utah —The Utah Division of State Parks is announcing the implementation of overnight camping fees for areas within the boundaries of Utahraptor State Park. Beginning on May 15, 2022, the Division will implement a $15 per night fee for each vehicle. This includes all overnight lodging including but not limited to […]
Ironman World Championship Impacts at Washington County State Parks
May 2, 2022 WASHINGTON CITY, Utah — The Utah Division of State Parks is excited to welcome the Ironman World Championships to Southern Utah! The race will take place on May 7, and will pass through two different state parks — Sand Hollow State Park and Snow Canyon State Park. Due to the large scale […]
Changes to the Utah State Parks Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass
April 28, 2022 SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Division of State Parks is announcing changes to the Veterans With Disabilities Honor Pass. In 2022, the Utah State Legislature passed H.B. 155, which expands this program to all veterans with a service-related disability. Utah Governor Spencer Cox later signed the bill. Beginning May 4, 2022, […]
Utah State Parks Spring Celebrations – 2022
Spring is here, the sun is shining, and it’s time to get back to our favorite outdoor fun! Join us around the state as we celebrate the return of sunshine, camping, and good, old-fashioned recreation. From sunset hikes to star parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And, if you keep your eyes peeled, you […]
Antelope Island State Park to Get New, Improved Visitor Center
April 8, 2022 SYRACUSE, Utah —The Utah Division of State Parks, the Friends of Antelope Island, and Davis County, are excited to announce the renovation and expansion of the current visitor center into a new, state-of-the-art learning center. It is one of several major improvements and additions to one of Utah’s most popular state parks. […]
Red Fleet State Park To Close For Extensive Construction
March 25, 2022 VERNAL, Utah — Red Fleet State Park will be closing the majority of access to the park’s day-use and campground areas for the 2022 season for the park to undergo extensive construction and renovation. The project is still being finalized, however, park management expects the initial construction to begin in June 2022, […]
Trail Cleanup, Safety Event at Sand Hollow State Park
March 3, 2022 EVENT DATE: March 12, 2022, at 9 a.m. SAND HOLLOW STATE PARK — The Utah Division of State Parks is excited to announce an upcoming community cleanup event hosted at Sand Hollow State Park on Saturday, March 12. While the event will be attended by multiple off-highway vehicle clubs, all members of […]
Winter Hiking Tips for Beginners
A peaceful blanket of snow covering a stunning Utah landscape is something everyone ought to experience at least once! From snowmobiling to backcountry skiing, there are countless ways to enjoy our frigid wonderland. But winter hiking might seem a little intimidating if you haven’t done it before. We’re here to help put your mind at […]